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It is of the Igede and Kenya origin, and the meaning is "man, warrior". Ukenyas are athletic, Career driven, Observant, knowledgeable and sometimes act shy and reserved but are really out going and crazy when you get to know them. They like computers as much as they like sports and music, they are the best of both worlds. Ukenyas will be there when you need them, but you have to be there for them at the same time. If you are lucky enough to be friends with an Ukenya you are in for a wild ride. Once you meet him, you will never forget him. Ukenyas are also quick on their feet and always have a come back ready for you..so be prepared. Sometimes Ukenyas have ego issues, they like to be the best and are extremely stubborn. They will make you laugh and make you cry, but you will always forgive an Ukenya no matter what. Also they like fast cars. If you ever date an Ukenya he will act like he isn't a good boyfriend or isn't good at dating, but really he is amazing, and is as close as a guy can get to perfect..as well as an amazing kisser. And most importantly if you ever fall in love with an Ukenya you will always remember the time you spent with him, because Ukenyas will leave a mark on your heart that will never go away. Never let an Ukenya go. You are insanely lucky to meet an Ukenya.
by Xlim February 04, 2020
May 22 Word of the Day
A moment that is generally agreed to have had a significant influence on pop culture and everyday life. While the term was coined by Rose McGowan in context of the #MeToo movement, and is mostly associated with the K-pop community, the phenomenon is universal and a basic component of how culture works.
Real world events such as social/political movements, the election of a new U.S. President, major catastrophes and disasters, as well as entertainment such as movies, music and TV, can all function as cultural resets. Notable cultural resets in relatively recent memory include:
* The Beatles appearing on the Ed Sullivan show in 1964
* The Watergate scandal of 1974
* The release of Nevermind by Nirvana in 1991
* The September 11, 2001 attacks
* The election and inauguration of Barack Obama in 2009
* The COVID-19 pandemic
Real world events such as social/political movements, the election of a new U.S. President, major catastrophes and disasters, as well as entertainment such as movies, music and TV, can all function as cultural resets. Notable cultural resets in relatively recent memory include:
* The Beatles appearing on the Ed Sullivan show in 1964
* The Watergate scandal of 1974
* The release of Nevermind by Nirvana in 1991
* The September 11, 2001 attacks
* The election and inauguration of Barack Obama in 2009
* The COVID-19 pandemic
"The Nineties politically started with the fall of the Berlin Wall on November 9, 1989 and the Soviet Union dissolving on December 26, 1991, and ended with both the 2000 Presidential election which saw the victory of George W. Bush and the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 which left people so stupefied that it functioned as something of a cultural reset button." - TV Tropes' article on the 1990s
by Spike from Degrassi February 09, 2021